Our Core Purpose

Fulfilling Lives, Every Day.

Our Core Values

Value People

Delight Customers

Embrace Change

Do the Right Thing

Do Things Right

Passion for Winning

Wawa, Inc., a privately held company, began in 1803 as an iron foundry in New Jersey. Toward the end of the 19th Century, owner George Wood took an interest in dairy farming and the family began a small processing plant in Wawa, Pa, in 1902. The milk business was a huge success, due to its quality, cleanliness and “certified” process. As home delivery of milk declined in the early 1960s, Grahame Wood, George’s grandson, opened the first Wawa Food Market in 1964 as an outlet for dairy products.

Our Logo: "Wawa" is a Native American word for the Canada Goose that was found in the Delaware Valley over 100 years ago. Our original Dairy farm was built on land located in a rural section of Pennsylvania called Wawa. That's why we use the goose on Wawa's corporate logo.

Welcome to Wawa!

Hoagies made your way and coffee brewed fresh all day. Fuel for your car, air in your tires, and friendly smiles all around. There’s no place like Wawa for all this and more. We’re your neighbors, and we’re right down the street, ready to make your day easier, brighter, better.

Your everyday needs

It’s our mission to get you where you’re going with less worry and more satisfaction. Whether you need fuel for your car, cash from the ATM, or a bite to eat, count on Wawa for quick, friendly service round the clock!

Friendly neighbors & service with a smile

Every day we’re delighted to see all types of people from the community. And for the few minutes you’re in the store, we want you to feel at home, among neighbors. Count on helpful associates, friendly smiles, products you love, and lots of fun!

Whatever you’re craving, day or night!

Our wide variety of fresh, delicious foods and beverages makes it easy to find what you’re craving. Order your perfect Hoagie, Smoothie, or Latte from the Touch Screen. Grab a Wrap or Salad from the Express Case. Time for your morning cup? The Coffee is freshly brewed and ready for you to pour every day!

The Wawa Way:

How a Funny Name and Six Core Values Revolutionized Convenience By: Howard Stoeckel with Bob Andelman

For the first time, former Wawa CEO Howard Stoeckel shares business secrets and delightful anecdotes from the store’s first 50 years. Get your copy of The Wawa Way, now available in hardcover, audiobook, and Kindle edition at Amazon.com.